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Seki Magoroku Akane Santoku 165mm
$15 / ¥2,000

The Akane (Crimson) is KAI's most affordable Seki Magoroku santoku, designed as an everyday workhorse for Japanese home kitchens. The high-carbon stainless blade takes a decent edge and the resin handle is durable and easy to grip. At under 2,000 yen, it's the ideal first knife for beginners.

Type Santoku (三徳)
Brand 関孫六
Blade Length 165mm
Weight 138g
Hardness 56-58 HRC
Handle Yo (Western)
Origin Seki (関)
Best For all-purpose

Key Features

  • Most affordable Seki Magoroku
  • High-carbon stainless blade
  • Durable resin handle
  • Perfect first knife for beginners
  • Under 2,000 yen

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